The classic, in-depth developer's guide to the Windows kernel now covers Windows .NET Server 2003, Windows XP, and Windows 2000. Written by noted Windows internals experts David Solomon and Mark Russinovich in collaboration with the Microsoft Windows .NET Server product development team, this book packs the latest concepts and terms, kernel and source code specifics, undocumented interfaces, component and tool descriptions, and architectural perspectives that reveal the inner workings of the operating system. Special callouts highlight information that is specific to a particular version of Windows, and an advanced troubleshooting section helps you more easily decipher-and exploit-system operations and performance.

Definitive guide to the Windows OS

This is a must read for anyone working with Windows at a deep technical level. I have a copy at work and at home and use it regularly. There's even an MCP certification test based on this book. ...continue

This is a must read for anyone working with Windows at a deep technical level. I have a copy at work and at home and use it regularly. There's even an MCP certification test based on this book.